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Monday 10:00 - 22:00 Tuesday 10:00 - 22:00 Wednesday 10:00 - 22:00 Thursday 10:00 - 22:00 Friday 10:00 - 22:00 Saturday 10:00 - 22:00 Sunday 10:00 - 22:00

The Cape Wheel

Name: The Cape Wheel
Address: V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001, ZA
Telephone: +27874700696
Rating: 4.7

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Our Cape Wheel is a giant observation wheel that offers a spectacular 360° panoramic view of Cape Town from the iconic and vibrant V&A Waterfront precinct.
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Your viewing experience across the Mother City includes Table Mountain, Robben Island, Cape Town City skyline, Paarl Mountains, and the Cape Town Stadium. The Cape Wheel offers 30 fully enclosed air conditioned cabins that will take you 40 metres above the ground in safety and comfort on the 12 - 15 minute, 4 revolution ride. The wheel also offers two wheelchair friendly and accessible cabins.

22/10/2026

Every spin on the Cape Wheel brings a little magic and a moment worth remembering ✨

Swipe through and relive the special moments our guests have captured high above the Mother City 🎡

Want to be part of the magic?
Tag in your photos and videos for a chance to be featured on our page! 🤩

21/10/2026

Family memories are made a little more special up here! 🎡❤️

At the Cape Wheel, every spin brings a little more laughter, a few more smiles, and moments the whole family can enjoy together.

Ready to make some memories? Book your ride online via the link in bio or visit our ticket booth! 🔗

16/10/2026

Golden ticket. Golden views🎡

This October, Cape Wheel and Primi Piatti are taking your next outing to the next level.

Get your hands on a Golden Voucher at Primi Piatti and enjoy 50% off Cape Wheel tickets for up to four people.

📅 Valid 1–30 October 2026
🎟️ One Golden Voucher = 50% off for up to 4 people

From Italian favourites to views from the top, consider your next Cape Town day out sorted✨

15/10/2026

Show your Stormers spirit at the Cape Wheel this Saturday 💙

Visit the Cape Wheel in your Stormers supporters gear and enjoy your ride for HALF PRICE 🎡

Tag your adventure crew and make a day of it at the V&A Waterfront 👇🏽

Purchase your ticket at the Cape Wheel 🎡

Valid Friday , 17 October 2026 only.
Promotion applies to Standard Ride Tickets purchased at the ticket office.
T&Cs apply.

Golden ticket. Golden views🎡This October, Cape Wheel and Primi Piatti are taking your next outing to the next level.Get...

12/10/2026

08/10/2026

Everything you need to know about riding the Cape Wheel this Summer ☀️

🎡 Where is it?
You’ll find us at Breakwater Boulevard in the V&A Waterfront, right in the heart of the action.

🎡 What’s the experience like?
Enjoy a smooth 12–15 minute ride in fully enclosed, air-conditioned gondolas with uninterrupted 360° views of Cape Town, Table Mountain and the ocean.

🎡 Who is it for?
Everyone! Perfect for families, date nights, tourists and locals soaking up the holidays.

🎡 When should I go?
It's always a good time to take to the skies. Go for the golden hour vibes or midday for those crisp blue-sky views.

🎡 When does it open?
Our wheel is spinning everyday from 10am to 10pm

Step on, sit back and take your Summer to new heights.

Book your ride at the ticket booth or via the link in bio

05/10/2026

29/09/2026

We asked our guests one question: Which Cape Wheel view is always worth it? 🎡

Robben Island, the working harbour and the Atlantic Ocean are just a few of the views that never get old. 🌊✨

Which view are you coming to see? 👀

Book your tickets online via the link in bio or at the ticket office. 🔗

21/09/2026

School’s out, adventure mode is ON! 🤩

Little explorers under 4 can ride the Cape Wheel for FREE, while adventurers under 17 can enjoy a special ride price of just R95!

Plus, grab your Mini Explorer Passport from the V&A Information Kiosk and collect your special Cape Wheel sticker from our ticket office before you take to the skies! 🎡

Book your tickets online at the link in bio or at the ticket office.

Address

V&A Waterfront
Cape Town
8001

Opening Hours

Monday	10:00 - 22:00
Tuesday	10:00 - 22:00
Wednesday	10:00 - 22:00
Thursday	10:00 - 22:00
Friday	10:00 - 22:00
Saturday	10:00 - 22:00
Sunday	10:00 - 22:00

Telephone

+27874700696

Website

http://capewheel.co.za/

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